Delude

To make someone believe something that isn't true, often by tricking them or causing them to see things differently than they really are.

Examples

• It’s easy to delude ourselves into thinking that studying for just a few minutes is enough to pass a tough exam, but preparation requires much more time and effort to truly succeed.
• The magician’s tricks can delude the audience into believing he has real supernatural powers, but with practice and skill, he simply creates illusions that amaze and entertain us.
• Sometimes, popular trends on social media can delude young people into believing that they need to look a certain way to be accepted, when in reality, true friendship is based on kindness and authenticity.

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